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Tahara-City Mt. Zao Observation Platform

  • Mt. Zao Observation Platform
  • Mt. Zao Observation Platform
  • Mt. Zao Observation Platform
  • Mt. Zao Observation Platform
  • Mt. Zao Observation Platform

A perfect view of Tahara City's beautiful nature and nightscape

Mt. Zao Observation Platform sits atop Mt. Zao with its highest floor offering a wondrous 360-degree panoramic view of Mikawa Bay, Chita Peninsula, Cape Irago, and the Pacific Ocean. The platform sits at the mountain's peak 250 meters above sea level, reachable through hiking courses offering a vigorous walk as you enjoy the surrounding nature.
Displays featuring video graphics and ecological initiatives offer educational experiences and you can satiate your hunger with beef stew using beef raised in Tahara at the cafe!

Gaze in awe upon Tahara's stunning nightscape

As the sun goes down, the lights come on throughout Atsumi Peninsula for a soft illumination accent to the moonlit and starry night sky. The spot's incredible contrast is even included in the Top 100 Night Views of Japan. The platform itself also lights up with different themes by season, evening offering its "Walk Through the Starry Sky".

SPOT OVERVIEW

  • Multipurpose toilet
  • Souvenirs
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Wi-Fi
Location : 〒441-3401
1-46 Zao, Ura-cho, Tahara-shi, Aichi
Fee : Free of charge

Note:
• Prices are subject to change. Check the official site, etc. for the most up-to-date information.
Opening
days / hours		 : • Observation Platform/Entrance floor: 9:00 am–10:00 pm
• Cafe/Shop: 10:00 am–4:00 pm (currently closed)
Parking : Available, free of charge (135 spaces)
• Parking Lot No.1: 35 spaces
• Parking Lot No. 2: 28 spaces
• Parking Lot No. 3: 52 spaces
• Parking Lot No. 4: 20 spaces
Restrooms : Available
Holidays : Open year-round

Note:
• Second-floor cafe and third-floor hands-on area closed Tue.
Phone number : 0531-22-0426

Note: This page may not be current due to update time differences between site databases.
Should accuracy be critical, please verify this information using a direct source, whenever possible.

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ACCESS

  • Access by public transport
    Access by public transport
    From JR Nagoya Station, ride to JR Toyohashi Station. From Shintoyohashi Station on the Toyotetsu Atsumi Line, get off at Mikawatahara Station. Ride the Tahara City Gururin Bus's Downtown Line for approx. 15 min. and get off at Zao-San Minami-Guchi Bus Stop. Walk north for 30 min. on the winding, uphill road west of the bus stop.
  • Access by car
    Access by car
    • Approx. 90 min. from Hamamatsu Interchange on the Tomei Expressway
    • Approx. 60 min. from Otowa-Gamagori Interchange on the Tomei Expressway.

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